Digital Camera Recommendations

[krystalleigh1]

I really, really need a new digital camera. I have an Olympus now (it's about 7 yrs old) and takes horrible pictures. I can't take close up picutres that aren't blurry. So it's time for a new one. I need one that's:

-Fairly easy to use.
-Shutter speed is quick
-Takes a lithium battery or another rechargable battery
-Takes good close up pictures
-Under $200

Suggestions?

 

[disneyluvrsX5]

I don't know. Sorry! But I am wondering too.

 

[squirrel]

Cannon!

I prefer the ones that take rechargable batteries. I bought one pack of 4 AA batteries and that's enough for a whole day at WDW including video of shows. My camera takes 2 AA batteries and then I have 2 spare. They are much cheaper and easier to replace than the lithium batteries.

I have the 710 IS. It takes great video and photos and is super easy to use. It's quite a few years old now.

 

[briar_rose_59]

I had a Canon before & it was awesome. Wanted a waterproof camera for this trip since I'm planning on mostly hitting the water parks and ended up with the Fujifilm XP10 and I'm LOVING it! Had read a couple less than amazing reviews but actually using it around the house it's been really good. Shutter speed can be a little slow but I think that's more to do with the button being different and my not being used to that kind of button.

 

[SplashMo]

I had a Canon before & it was awesome. Wanted a waterproof camera for this trip since I'm planning on mostly hitting the water parks and ended up with the Fujifilm XP10 and I'm LOVING it! Had read a couple less than amazing reviews but actually using it around the house it's been really good. Shutter speed can be a little slow but I think that's more to do with the button being different and my not being used to that kind of button.

Canon SD 1400

I have one and it works great.

 

[coastiewifern]

Canon SD 1400

I have one and it works great.

I am a Nikon girl for my DSLR. BUT for a pocket camera I prefer the Canon SD series. Takes great pics. I have the older SD1200

 

[DianeV]

Just purchased a Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 at Costco and got a memory card and little bag included. It seems like a good little camera. Think it was $199

 

[*Seanaci*]

I had a Canon before & it was awesome. Wanted a waterproof camera for this trip since I'm planning on mostly hitting the water parks and ended up with the Fujifilm XP10 and I'm LOVING it! Had read a couple less than amazing reviews but actually using it around the house it's been really good. Shutter speed can be a little slow but I think that's more to do with the button being different and my not being used to that kind of button.

My brother and SIL just bought this one. They seem to like it.


My suggestion is a Casio Exilim. It gets pretty high ratings and is great for a pocket digital camera. My favorite part of the camera is the preset Best Shot settings. My camera is a couple years old and has like 15+ preset Best Shot settings (night, low light, sports, etc). It also takes good video as well (just make sure you get a big memory card).

 

[momof2intx]

Does anyone have a Fuji SLR-Style? I just bought a 12MP, 18x Optical zoom fuji with HD movie mode on QVC for a really good price. I'm very picky about cameras and have hated every one I've had in the last few years. I'm hoping this is a good one!! If you have any reviews of it, please let me know!

 

[SplashMo]

My Favorite camera review site is dpreview.com (they test cameras).

I also like kenrockwell.com


Here is a review of these class of cameras:


http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/Q110superzoomgroup/page19.asp

and reviews for the slightly smaller style cameras:

http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/q209grouplongzoom/page16.asp

If you have the money burning a hole in your pocket and want less zoom for a much better camera the canon S95 is very nice...

 

[homedad]

canon sd 1300, its around $100 and takes good pics

 

[JaymeC]

I *love* canons. Have never had one that's a dud, we've had a lot of cameras over the years (I got my first digi cam waaaaaaaay back in the late 90's). Anyhow, another thing to consider I know you said you wanted a lithium battery but I prefer the double A's. We have a recharger and rechargable batteries (not expensive, especially if you can grab them on sale) and the key to me is this: If my battery ever dies in the middle of WDW I'll probably be able to find some more double A's really easy. You can't do that with a lithium battery. The same applies for when the lithium battery starts to age and not hold it's charge as well, the double a's are a lot easier to replace.